BoodleBox launched a new Bot, Mike. I was still a little hazy on how an individual could apply a promotional code, or a school district could get BoodleBox AI accounts. So I asked Mike bot, and it came up with these two step by steps:

• How to Apply a Promotional Code to Your BoodleBox Account
• BoodleBox for School Districts: Step-by-Step Implementation Guide

Disclaimer: Again, lest anyone think I’m selling BoodleBox, I am not. I’m now using BoodleBox heavily in lieu of what I might have relied on Perplexity, ChatGPT, and Gemini for chats. With the Mike bot, I simply wanted to see how much introspection the bot could do.

Of course, I did also invoke Perplexity in the same chat (a la bot stacking) to get the information, then asked Claude 4 Opus to streamline the instructions. We’ll see if it works when I get an email from BoodleBox correcting either guide.

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How to Apply a Promotional Code to Your BoodleBox Account

Step-by-Step Guide

1. Create your BoodleBox account (if you haven’t already)
   • Go to box.boodle.ai
   • Click “Sign Up” on the homepage
   • Enter your full name and email address
   • Create a strong password
   • Click “Sign Up With Email”
   • Check your email for a verification code and enter it to confirm your account
2. Log in to your BoodleBox account at box.boodle.ai
3. Click on your Avatar in the top-right corner of the screen
4. Select “Billing & Plans” from the dropdown menu
5. Look for the “Add promotion code” option on the billing page
6. Enter your promotional code exactly as it appears (pay attention to capitalization and special characters). In this case, use MGFREE to get two months free.
7. Click “Apply” to validate the code
8. Enter credit card information if prompted
   • Note: Even with a promotional code, you’ll likely need to provide payment information
   • You won’t be charged during the promotional period
   • Remember to cancel before the promotion ends if you don’t want to continue
9. Verify the discount is reflected in your subscription details
10. Complete any additional steps if prompted

What You’ll Get with Unlimited

Once upgraded from the free tier, you’ll move from:

• Free Account: 5 pro messages per day + unlimited access to ChatGPT 4.0-mini, Gemini 1.0, Google, and Bing
• Unlimited Account: Unlimited access to ALL specialized bots and AI models in the BoodleBox ecosystem

BoodleBox for School Districts: Step-by-Step Implementation Guide

Getting Started with BoodleBox for Your District

Step 1: Initial Contact and Needs Assessment

1. Reach out to BoodleBox directly:

• Sales Contact: Meredith Lancaster at meredith@boodle.ai or call 703-995-5081
• Website: Visit box.boodle.ai to sign up
• Support: For technical questions, contact success@boodle.ai

1. Schedule a consultation to discuss your district’s specific needs
2. Provide information about your district size, number of staff members, and intended use cases

Step 2: Customized Proposal

1. BoodleBox will prepare a tailored proposal based on your district’s requirements
2. Review pricing options for Unlimited/Enterprise accounts
3. Discuss educational discounts available for K-12 institutions

Step 3: Procurement Process

1. Receive a formal quote for the number of accounts needed
2. Submit the quote to your district’s procurement department
3. Process payment via purchase order (PO) or other district-approved payment method
4. Complete any necessary vendor registration paperwork

Step 4: Account Setup

1. Designate district administrator(s) who will manage the BoodleBox implementation
2. Work with BoodleBox to establish account provisioning protocols
3. Determine whether to use institutional email domains for automatic verification

Step 5: Deployment and Onboarding

1. Receive administrator access and account credentials
2. Set up initial user accounts for staff members
3. Schedule training sessions for administrators and staff
4. Distribute login information and getting started resources

Step 6: Ongoing Management

1. Establish internal support protocols for users
2. Set up regular check-ins with BoodleBox support
3. Monitor usage and adjust accounts as needed

Educational Discounts for K-12 Schools

BoodleBox offers special pricing for educational institutions, particularly K-12 schools. While specific discount percentages aren’t publicly listed, K-12 schools typically receive:

• Volume-based discounts based on the number of accounts
• Special pricing for district-wide implementations
• Reduced per-user costs compared to standard business pricing
• Potential additional discounts for long-term commitments (annual vs. monthly)

Licensing Options for District-Wide Deployments

For district-wide deployments, BoodleBox offers several licensing models:

1. Enterprise Licensing: Comprehensive solution for large districts with customizable features and dedicated support
2. Site Licensing: Coverage for specific schools or campuses within a district
3. User-Based Licensing: Flexible options based on actual number of staff members
4. Tiered Access: Different levels of access based on staff roles and needs

These options can be customized based on your district’s specific requirements and budget constraints.

Account Management for Staff Turnover

BoodleBox has designed their platform with educational institutions in mind, offering several features to handle staff turnover:

1. Centralized Administration: District administrators can manage all accounts from a central dashboard
2. Batch Account Management: Ability to add or remove multiple accounts at once
3. Account Reassignment: Transfer ownership of content and chats when staff members leave
4. Domain-Based Authentication: Automatic account deactivation when email accounts are decommissioned
5. Knowledge Preservation: Options to retain valuable content created by departing staff
6. Flexible Seat Management: Adjust the number of licenses as staffing changes throughout the year

Template Email for K-12 District Inquiry

Subject: K-12 District Inquiry - BoodleBox Enterprise Licensing

Dear Meredith,

I am writing on behalf of [District Name] to inquire about BoodleBox Enterprise licensing for our educational staff. 

Our district includes:
- [Number] of schools
- Approximately [Number] of staff members who would need access
- Primary use cases: [List main intended uses]

We are interested in:
- Educational pricing options
- Purchase order payment processing
- Professional development resources
- Implementation timeline for [timeframe]

Please provide information about available discounts for K-12 institutions and schedule a consultation to discuss our specific needs.

Best regards,
[Your Name]
[Title]
[District Name]
[Contact Information]